The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducted the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) Paper 2 on May 24, 2026, for over eight lakh candidates nationwide. Overall, the exam was classified as moderate, with significant variations in section difficulty. Reading Comprehension proved to be the most scoring section, particularly for candidates who had practiced extensively on themes related to governance, economy, and environment. This section's questions focused on inference and analytical understanding rather than straightforward facts. Conversely, the Logical Reasoning section presented a challenge, featuring nearly 24 layered questions that required careful interpretation. Candidates found this section conceptually demanding, necessitating a strategic approach to decoding the questions. The Quantitative Aptitude section was characterized by lengthy and calculation-intensive questions, testing candidates' accuracy and analytical thinking. According to Mr. Abhisek Karan, a CSAT faculty member, the exam demanded precision at every step, making time management a crucial factor for success. Overall, while some students felt confident about clearing the qualifying cutoff, the exam's structure posed unique challenges that tested candidates' abilities in both reasoning and quantitative skills.